Bible Commentary

Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred. [See comments on 1Ch 12:23]. Fuente: John Gill’s Exposition of the Entire Bible (26) Of the children of Levi –Literally, Of the sons of the Levite; the article shows that the name is gentilic or tribal here, not personal. These martial Levites remind us of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:26”

Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the war, seven thousand and one hundred. 25. Simeon ] The most southerly of the tribes (1Ch 4:24-31). The tribes are mentioned in order from South to North. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges [See comments on 1Ch 12:23]. Fuente: John Gill’s Exposition … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:25”

The children of Judah that bore shield and spear [were] six thousand and eight hundred, ready armed to the war. 24. The children of Judah, etc.] The list which follows suggests two questions, (1) Whence did the Chronicler derive it? (2) Are the statements of numbers contained in it trustworthy? In answer to the first … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:24”

And these [are] the numbers of the bands [that were] ready armed to the war, [and] came to David to Hebron, to turn the kingdom of Saul to him, according to the word of the LORD. 23 40 (cp. 2Sa 5:1). The Forces which came to Hebron to make David King 23. of the bands … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:23”

For at [that] time day by day there came to David to help him, until [it was] a great host, like the host of God. 22. For at that time day by day ] R.V. For from day to day. the host of God ] The phrase comes from Gen 32:2; cp. Psa 68:15 (R.V.) … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:22”

And they helped David against the band [of the rovers]: for they [were] all mighty men of valor, and were captains in the host. 21. against the band of the rovers] The reference is to the Amalekites who burnt Ziklag (1Sa 30:1 ff). The Heb. word gdd, here translated “band,” is translated “troop” ( ib. … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:21”

As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zilthai, captains of the thousands that [were] of Manasseh. 20. As he went ] i.e. As he returned (1Sa 30:1). Jozabad ] This name occurs twice; possibly in the original list different … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:20”

And there fell [some] of Manasseh to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to his master Saul to [the jeopardy of] our heads. 19 22. Manassite Adherents 19. And there … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:19”

Then the spirit came upon Amasai, [who was] chief of the captains, [and he said], Thine [are we], David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace [be] unto thee, and peace [be] to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then David received them, and made them captains of the band. 18. … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:18”

And David went out to meet them, and answered and said unto them, If ye be come peaceably unto me to help me, mine heart shall be knit unto you: but if [ye be come] to betray me to mine enemies, seeing [there is] no wrong in mine hands, the God of our fathers look … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Chronicles 12:17”